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4 min readNaturalisation is the official term used in reference to the legal process that results in an individual being awarded citizenship of a country that is not their nation of origin. In the United Kingdom, naturalisation refers to the process of a non-British individual achieving formal British status – aka becoming a British citizen. There are … Read more

2 min readIn the event of an unsuccessful application for UK entry or residency, you may have the right to argue your case on the grounds of your human rights.  According to the official terms of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), it is illegal for any government institution in Europe to reach a verdict or … Read more

6 min readVisitors planning trips to the United Kingdom to visit family members or purely for tourism purposes may need to obtain a UK Visit Visa ahead of their visit.  Also referred to as “entry clearance”, a UK Visit Visa is the most common and accessible type of visa for most general-purpose trips to the UK. Examples … Read more

< 1 min readUK immigration policy enables non-EEA residents to apply for a variety of Special Visitor Visas for both temporary and long-term UK residency. One example of which being a Special Visitor Visa for parents with children who hold a Tier 4 (Child) visa, which enables the parent to stay with their son or daughter in the … Read more

2 min readShort-Term Study Visa Non-EEA nationals planning to enter the United Kingdom to take short-term courses with recognised educational institutions can apply for a Short-Term Study Visa.  This specialist entry permit is designed specifically for non-EEA nationals who intend to spend no longer than 11 months studying in the United Kingdom.  Where the duration of a … Read more

6 min readPermitted Paid Engagements The recent introduction of the Permitted Paid Engagements category enabled a variety of visitors to the UK to enter the country for the purpose of one-off or time-limited business/professional engagements. While there is no specific requirement for sponsorship in the UK, the engagement must be of direct relevance to the applicant’s profession … Read more

2 min readInternational students interested in studying at a UK college or university usually require a Tier 4 General Student Visa. Students from all over the world flock to the UK to take advantage of some of the most renowned educational institutions in history. Along with the most exceptional teaching standards and comprehensive course availability, the UK … Read more

2 min readA Tier 4 Child Visa bears many similarities to the Tier 4 General Student Visa, though is available for individuals under the age of 18. Tier 4 General Student Visa is granted upon the applicant providing evidence of a formal offer from an educational institution and the financial capacity to cover all applicable costs.  In … Read more

4 min readContrary to popular belief, it isn’t necessary to marry (or intend to marry) an individual with settled UK status to qualify for a visa. Legislation introduced in 1997 made allowances for non-EEA nationals to legally enter and reside in the United Kingdom on the basis of their relationship with a settled individual as an unmarried … Read more

6 min readSpouse, Same Sex Spouse or Civil Partner A spouse visa, same sex spouse visa or civil partner visa is a formal permit that enables married or civil partners to enter and reside in the United Kingdom on the basis of their relationship with a person in the UK with settled status. The term ‘settled’ applies … Read more